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Sennheiser HD 560S
Sennheiser HD 560S
Sennheiser HD 560S
Sennheiser HD 560S
Sennheiser HD 560S

Sennheiser HD 560S

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Here’s a full overview of the Sennheiser HD 560S, a reference-grade open-back headphone crafted for analytical listening:

🎧 Overview & Specifications

  • Design: Over-ear, open-back headphones with detachable 3 m cable, 6.3 mm plug and 3.5 mm adapter included for versatile connectivity 

  • Drivers & Sound: Advanced 120 Ω polymer-blend drivers offer a 6 Hz–38 kHz frequency range, high linearity, and a sensitivity of ~110 dB/V RMS 

  • Weight & Comfort: Ultra-light 240 g total weight and soft velour ear pads create a ventilated and barely‑there fit 

🔊 Sound & Listening Experience

  • Tuning & Signature: Highly neutral, analytical sound with tight, controlled bass, clear mids, and extended, detailed treble—close to studio‑monitor performance 

  • Soundstage & Imaging: Spacious sound with wide left-right imaging, aided by Sennheiser’s E.A.R. angled drivers 

  • Detail Retrieval: Excellent resolution for nuanced recordings; ideal for critical listening, mixing, or audio grading 

⚠️ Listening Notes:

  • Treble is vivid and sometimes fatiguing, especially at high volumes or with sharp recording content; many users report mental fatigue after ~1 hour 

  • Compared to the HD 599, the 560S offers more sparkle and clarity but lacks warmth, which might feel sterile or harsh to some 

🧭 Community Insights

  • On treble:

    “the 560s are better than 599… they have more soundstage and refinement… Just lower the treble with EQ” 

  • Comfort compared to HD 599:

    “For me the 560S headband…just fits me better overall”
    “599 will be much more forgiving… extra bass warmth… 560s fit better for smaller heads” 

  • Sound character contrast:

    “HD 560S – More neutral, cleaner sound. HD 599 – More colored/fun sound” 

  • Note on listening fatigue:

    “They make me feel tired… feels like mental fatigue… the treble” 

✅ Pros & Cons

✅ Pros ❌ Cons
Very neutral, accurate reference tuning Treble can be overly bright or fatiguing
Excellent detail retrieval and wide soundstage Bass is tight but lacks impact or warmth
Lightweight and breathable, durable build Strong clamp force; may feel tight over long sessions
Includes detachable long cable, versatile connector options Not ideal for casual or purely “fun” listening

💰 Price & Availability (India)

  • Launch price: ₹18,990, available via Sennheiser India and major e‑retailers 

  • Current deals: Typical street price ranges from ₹12,000–₹16,000 depending on discounts on Flipkart and other platforms

👥 Who Should Choose HD 560S?

Best if you:

  • Value accuracy, clarity, and neutrality in sound

  • Listen to high‑resolution or densely layered music (classical, jazz, acoustic)

  • Use a capable DAC/headphone amp for low‑impedance, high‑detail playback

  • Prioritize sound fidelity over “fun” tuning or bass emphasis

Consider other models if you:

  • Prefer warm, rich tones and fuller bass (the HD 599 or HD 650 suit better)

  • Are sensitive to bright or sharp treble, or experience listening fatigue

  • Want extended comfort with broader head fit and lower clamp force

  • Listen casually on poor recordings or prefer boosted low-end for genres like hip‑hop, EDM